As Is
by William M Hoffman
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Readers find 'As Is' to be a powerful and moving portrayal of the AIDS crisis, particularly during its early stages. Many appreciate its blend of humor and heartbreak, highlighting the human experiences of those affected. Some critiques suggest it feels less impactful compared to more contemporary works, but the overall reception remains overwhelmingly positive.
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Title: As IsAuthor: Hoffman, William M.Publisher: Dramatist's Play ServicePublication Date: 1999/06/01Number of Pages: Binding Type: PAPERBACKLibrary of Congress:
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"Winner of the Obie for Playwrights and Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Play. Powerful and deeply affecting, this was a seminal play in dealing with the AIDS crisis in the homosexual community, AS IS blends humor, poignance and brilliant theatricality as it details the bravery and compassion with which two young men face the shattering revelation that one of them is affected with the dreaded, and fatal, disease. “…the most impressive work presently being performed on or Off-Broadway…It is beautifully written and splendidly performed."
— Variety
"AS IS is one of the few theatrical evenings in town that may, if anything, seem too brief."
— The New York Times
"A wonderful and frightening play…"
— New York Post
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As Is is a American lgbtq play written by William M Hoffman and published by Dramatists Play Service (1985).
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Dramatists Play Service · 1985 · 68 pp
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